Full - Time Study Bursary: Student Cadet Traffic Officer (various locations)

The Western Cape Mobility Department will be recruiting Traffic Students for the completion of a Further Education and Training Certificate: Road Traffic Law Enforcement on a Bursary.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Senior Certificate or equivalent qualification); Valid motor vehicle license (manual) code B; Applicant must be physically fit, pregnant persons will not be considered as physical tasks during recruitment and subsequent training may pose a threat to the unborn child and/or mother; Visible tattoos and body piercings (except females with one piercing in each ear) will disqualify an applicant as this will not compliment uniformity in a uniform wearing environment; No criminal record; All potential shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a medical certificate stating they can be exposed to strenuous physical exercise, Medical certificate needs to state result of pregnancy test and free from drugs, Potential shortlisted candidates may be required to undergo a psychometric test.
• Successful candidates will undergo a full Medical, Psychological, Drug assessment at a Provincial Testing facility prior to admission. Physical fitness, Driving and Written assessment, and an interview. Fingerprint or Identity number clearance for criminal records via SAPS. Undergo ongoing fitness and drug testing assessments for the duration of the course. Well versed with the home language of the majority of residents in a specific area where the successful incumbents will be appointed. People older than 35 years cannot Competencies Good written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Province; Good interpersonal and public relations skills; Ability to work under pressure; Assertive and confident personality; Ability to work in a team and independently. Remuneration Remuneration: A training stipend of R 5 000.00 per month will be paid monthly for the duration of the training period.(This excludes meals and accommodation)
• Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on adate and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine acandidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EEtargets of the employing department.
• Please note that no permanent employment is offered. Any future permanent positions will be filled through a competitive selection process, and all candidates will be required to Recommendation None
• Enforce road traffic, public passenger and transport legislations; Provide visible traffic control/policing and promote/ensure crime prevention activities; Perform all administrative activities and related duties. Adherence to the terms and conditions of the signed 12 - month contract for the duration of the training program which includes practical deployment on a 24/7 shift system when needed.
• Remuneration: A training stipend of R 5 000.00 per month will be paid monthly for the duration of the training period.(This excludes meals and accommodation)
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• Successful candidates will undergo a full Medical, Psychological, Drug assessment at a Provincial Testing facility prior to admission. Physical fitness, Driving and Written assessment, and an interview. Fingerprint or Identity number clearance for criminal records via SAPS. Undergo ongoing fitness and drug testing assessments for the duration of the course. Well versed with the home language of the majority of residents in a specific area where the successful incumbents will be appointed. People older than 35 years cannot Competencies Good written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Province; Good interpersonal and public relations skills; Ability to work under pressure; Assertive and confident personality; Ability to work in a team and independently.
• Notes Shortlisted candidates will be required to attend interviews on adate and time determined by the department and submit documentation for verification purposes and criminal record vetting. All shortlisted candidates shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine acandidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. The selection process will be guided by the EEtargets of the employing department.
• Key Performance Areas Enforce road traffic, public passenger and transport legislations; Provide visible traffic control/policing and promote/ensure crime prevention activities; Perform all administrative activities and related duties. Adherence to the terms and conditions of the signed 12 - month contract for the duration of the training program which includes practical deployment on a 24/7 shift system when needed.
• Good written and verbal communication skills in at least two of the three official languages of the Province; Good interpersonal and public relations skills; Ability to work under pressure; Assertive and confident personality; Ability to work in a team and independently. Remuneration Remuneration: A training stipend of R 5 000.00 per month will be paid monthly for the duration of the training period.(This excludes meals and accommodation)

Responsibilities

• Enforce road traffic, public passenger and transport legislations; Provide visible traffic control/policing and promote/ensure crime prevention activities; Perform all administrative activities and related duties. Adherence to the terms and conditions of the signed 12 - month contract for the duration of the training program which includes practical deployment on a 24/7 shift system when needed.